Tag Archives: OVI

Robert Still at Sperryville

Posted on August 2, 2012 by john

On August 2, 1862, the 61st OVI, which is part of the 1st Brigade, 2nd Division of the I Corps, is still located at Sperryville, Virginia.  In his letter, Robert tells his father that they are waiting at Sperryville for … Continue reading →

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“They are Wooden Heads”

Posted on July 24, 2012 by john

Sick, hungry, and fed up with Army politics pretty much describes Robert Patterson’s letter to his father on July 24, 1862.  First, Robert tells his father that he has been sick since his last letter.  Second, he notes that heavy … Continue reading →

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Stephen Writes from Clarks Burg

Posted on July 17, 2012 by john

On July 17, 1862, Stephen wrote his mother after receiving a letter from her indicating she was anxiously waiting to hear from him.  In his letter, he reports that he is doing well — he feels great, the rations are good, … Continue reading →

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